Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, although parking is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 12 per person.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but guests should contact the property in advance.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. However, specific features may vary, so guests are encouraged to inquire directly for detailed information.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located near Buncrana Beach, just 0.4 km away. Other nearby attractions include Buncrana Golf Club (1.3 km), Buncrana Leisure Centre (1.8 km), and Fort Dunree (12.9 km).

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

The Harbour Inn Hotel in Buncrana

Average nightly price at The Harbour Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$126
February	$130
March	$126
April	$128
May	$140
June	$141
July	$141
August	$144
September	$126
October	$112
November	$110
December	$113

What guests think

Set beside the beach in Buncrana, The Harbour Inn offers a convenient, relaxing base that guests often find clean, comfortable, and well kept, with many appreciating the calm setting for both quick overnights and longer coastal breaks.

Staff feedback is strongly positive, highlighting warm welcomes, attentive help, and swift support in unexpected situations. Rooms are widely viewed as spacious and modern-feeling for many, though a couple of comments mention dated decor or ventilation/security concerns on ground-floor windows. On-site dining draws frequent praise for tasty meals and generous breakfasts, and while most find parking straightforward, it can feel tight when the restaurant and bar are busy; booking dinner helps when the venue is popular. Overall, a dependable choice in Buncrana.

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Facilities

The on-site bar/restaurant is popular, and parking is generally easy, though it can be tight when the venue is busy.

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Anne

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel with excellent restaurant for breakfast and dinner and across the road from an excellent beach

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Ross

Dec 6, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Superb place to stay. All the staff were amazing and couldnt do enough to help where needed. The bar/restaurant staff were also lovely and great service! Food was consistently good night after night and breakfasts were fresh and very tasty. I would recommend Harbour Inn. No problems at all.

10

Gregory

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Right on the main road outside of Buncrana so it's easy to find. Seemed like ample parking. Excellent service, room, and restaurant. Breakfast is very good as well. Plus, it's right next door to a modern Applegreen.

10

Ann

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Overall, excellent value. Enjoyed our stay very much and would come again. Found parking difficult when restaurant/bar was busy.

8

Brian

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always a pleasure to stay at the Harbour Inn. It is in a great location, restaurant is first class and the staff are very helpful

10

David

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Splendid very smart hotel with a great restaurant.

10

Toni

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was clean and staff lovely. Convenient to the beach and a petrol station/convenience shop. Food at the pub was excellent and even though it was at capacity the night we were there, we didn’t feel rushed. Staff were very attentive. Excellent choice for breakfast also.

10

Margaret

Jun 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great find fabulous location, very comfortable, clean, well presented room, great food both in the bar and for breakfast, excellent parking, 2 minute walk from a gorgeous beach, the weather was incredible. Exceeded my expectations.

10

Aisling

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From start to finish our stay was so enjoyable, comfortable. The staff were all so lovely. Extremely helpful without being intrusive. We were amazed at the large comfortable room. Walk in wardrobe with plenty of hangers. Bathroom was very spacious and spotless. We had dinner in the restaurant at night and it was amazing 👏 fresh tasty and plenty of it. Great atmosphere in the dining room/bar. We had a great night. Breakfast the next morning was 10* absolutely delicious and wonderful choice. I believe the pancakes wre amazing. I would highly recommend The Harbour Inn and I can't wait for my next stay there

10

Laurence

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very nice clean place. Great location. Restaurant very good. Staff great. All good.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is praised across many reviews, with rooms noted as very clean or spotless.

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Vaira

Jan 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I really enjoyed the stay in The Harbour Inn. Room was comfortable, clean, warm, bed was comfortable. Staff friendly. Hotel is few steps from beach. Great. Definitely recommended

10

Eimear

Oct 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really clean, comfortable and private

10

Fiona

Sep 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and clean. Room looked recently done up. Really enjoyed breakfast.

10

John

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The receptionist was very welcoming,our room was spotless and very modern,bed was very comfortable food was great ,and a brilliant breakfast .very happy with this hotel.

10

Margaret

Jun 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great find fabulous location, very comfortable, clean, well presented room, great food both in the bar and for breakfast, excellent parking, 2 minute walk from a gorgeous beach, the weather was incredible. Exceeded my expectations.

10

Aisling

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From start to finish our stay was so enjoyable, comfortable. The staff were all so lovely. Extremely helpful without being intrusive. We were amazed at the large comfortable room. Walk in wardrobe with plenty of hangers. Bathroom was very spacious and spotless. We had dinner in the restaurant at night and it was amazing 👏 fresh tasty and plenty of it. Great atmosphere in the dining room/bar. We had a great night. Breakfast the next morning was 10* absolutely delicious and wonderful choice. I believe the pancakes wre amazing. I would highly recommend The Harbour Inn and I can't wait for my next stay there

10

SEAMUS

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First class, stayed here a few times, spotless hotel, friendly staff and excellent food.

10

Renelle

Oct 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, very clean.

10

Lorna

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Harbour inn, is a beautiful hotel, ideal location, so clean and amazing staff

10

Laurence

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very nice clean place. Great location. Restaurant very good. Staff great. All good.

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Rooms

Rooms are frequently described as spacious and comfortable, with some modern touches and occasional sea views; a few remarks note dated decor or ground-floor window ventilation/security concerns.

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Vaira

Jan 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I really enjoyed the stay in The Harbour Inn. Room was comfortable, clean, warm, bed was comfortable. Staff friendly. Hotel is few steps from beach. Great. Definitely recommended

10

Fiona

Sep 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and clean. Room looked recently done up. Really enjoyed breakfast.

10

John

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The receptionist was very welcoming,our room was spotless and very modern,bed was very comfortable food was great ,and a brilliant breakfast .very happy with this hotel.

10

simon

May 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable and welcoming great room off the car park

10

Abdul Hamid

May 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely stay Comfortable room with all the amenities you need.

8

Samuel

Aug 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent property. Needs security on ground floor windows so that they can be left partly open for ventilation and not alow access to intruders during the night.

10

Aisling

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From start to finish our stay was so enjoyable, comfortable. The staff were all so lovely. Extremely helpful without being intrusive. We were amazed at the large comfortable room. Walk in wardrobe with plenty of hangers. Bathroom was very spacious and spotless. We had dinner in the restaurant at night and it was amazing 👏 fresh tasty and plenty of it. Great atmosphere in the dining room/bar. We had a great night. Breakfast the next morning was 10* absolutely delicious and wonderful choice. I believe the pancakes wre amazing. I would highly recommend The Harbour Inn and I can't wait for my next stay there

8

Sandra

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms dated but clean unfortunately the bottled water wasn’t sealed in the room. Service and food was exceptional would definitely be back

10

Lucinda

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful hotel. Huge room with a super comfortable bed. Clare on reception was friendly and very helpful about the local area and things to do. Great location on the beach. A gem of a hotel.

10

Nigel

Jun 21, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a lovely stay at the Harbour inn, if only for one night. The lady on reception was both friendly and professional, we were most pleased to receive an upgrade giving us fabulous views out to sea. We hope to stay again but for longer.

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Service

Service is consistently friendly, professional, and very helpful, with staff going above and beyond (from arranging assistance to accommodating late arrivals).

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Brian

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always a pleasure to stay at the Harbour Inn. It is in a great location, restaurant is first class and the staff are very helpful

10

John

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The receptionist was very welcoming,our room was spotless and very modern,bed was very comfortable food was great ,and a brilliant breakfast .very happy with this hotel.

10

Lily

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a lovely stay, very nice & clean property and such kind hosts/staff! We had to check-in very late but they were so helpful and accommodating for us. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.

10

David

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff. Very accommodating. Loved this area!

10

Job Babu

Nov 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

During many past visits to Buncrana, I often passed by the Harbour Inn but never stayed until now. I'm pleased to say the experience exceeded my expectations. From the moment I checked in until the time I departed, the staff, including Mary at the reception and Sinead during check-out, were exceptional. An unexpected incident occurred when one of my sons accidentally locked himself in the bathroom. The swift response from the wonderful staff to resolve the situation was truly commendable. They promptly arranged for assistance, ensuring minimal distress. Dining at the hotel is a popular choice, and it can become quite crowded. Heeding the advice to make a reservation was beneficial, leading to a smooth and enjoyable dining experience. Overall, the Harbour Inn provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, matched by attentive and friendly service. I wholeheartedly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area. It’s not just a place to stay but a delightful part of the Buncrana experience.

10

Lynn

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was the third time we have stayed here and as usual the staff were amazing, friendly and professional. Breakfast was great. Lots of choice and all good qualify. We also ate in the restaurant where there was a great selection of dishes and staff were very friendly and helpful. We will be back soon.

10

Tammi

Sep 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Fabulous first impression! Not only was check-in easy, but Sinead and Kathleen are both angels! My husband was having a medical issue and they both flew to the rescue in getting us assistance and eventually an ambulance. It wasn't the way we expected the day to unfold, but it shows the first-class character and compassion for guests embodied by staff at Harbour Inn. The property is wonderful too!

10

edna

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Harbour Inn was very nice but what made it exceptional was the kindness of one of the employees. Our taxi had not shown up and they were concerned we would lose our table at the restaurant. One of the employees was on their way home and offered to take us. She went out of her way to drive us into town! Thank you!

10

Tammi

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our second stay at Harbour Inn was better than our first! From Lynn's welcome at check-in/lovely breakfast service to a quiet and relaxing stay with great drinks at the bar and that outstanding seafood chowder, service is exceptional from the nicest people you could ever meet. The charm and professionalism make every stay a restorative holiday and show owner Kathleen's attention to the details of a lovely stay for every guest. We hated to depart!

10

Lucinda

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful hotel. Huge room with a super comfortable bed. Clare on reception was friendly and very helpful about the local area and things to do. Great location on the beach. A gem of a hotel.

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Location

Beachside location is a clear highlight, with easy access to Buncrana, golf, and a nearby convenience/petrol station.

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Anne

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel with excellent restaurant for breakfast and dinner and across the road from an excellent beach

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niamh

Sep 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Brilliant location, layout and friendly staff! Very close to beach

10

Gregory

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Right on the main road outside of Buncrana so it's easy to find. Seemed like ample parking. Excellent service, room, and restaurant. Breakfast is very good as well. Plus, it's right next door to a modern Applegreen.

8

Brian

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always a pleasure to stay at the Harbour Inn. It is in a great location, restaurant is first class and the staff are very helpful

10

Carmen

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel. The room was gorgeous and the bed was comfortable. Lots of options for dining. The breakfast was superb! And you can’t beat the location!

10

Margaret

Jun 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was a great find fabulous location, very comfortable, clean, well presented room, great food both in the bar and for breakfast, excellent parking, 2 minute walk from a gorgeous beach, the weather was incredible. Exceeded my expectations.

10

Renelle

Oct 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, very clean.

10

Amy

Jun 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very close to the beach and golfing !

10

Lucinda

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful hotel. Huge room with a super comfortable bed. Clare on reception was friendly and very helpful about the local area and things to do. Great location on the beach. A gem of a hotel.

10

Phil

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It is situated in a quiet spot next to the beach. Very handy for where i was working. The staff are friendly and food was great. All in all a very pleasant experience.

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Dining

Restaurant and bar earn strong praise for tasty dinners and generous breakfasts; it can get busy, so reserving a table is advisable.

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Anne

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely hotel with excellent restaurant for breakfast and dinner and across the road from an excellent beach

10

David

Oct 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Splendid very smart hotel with a great restaurant.

10

John

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The receptionist was very welcoming,our room was spotless and very modern,bed was very comfortable food was great ,and a brilliant breakfast .very happy with this hotel.

10

Toni

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was clean and staff lovely. Convenient to the beach and a petrol station/convenience shop. Food at the pub was excellent and even though it was at capacity the night we were there, we didn’t feel rushed. Staff were very attentive. Excellent choice for breakfast also.

10

Denis

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Brilliant staff excellent food room was lovely 👍

10

Aisling

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From start to finish our stay was so enjoyable, comfortable. The staff were all so lovely. Extremely helpful without being intrusive. We were amazed at the large comfortable room. Walk in wardrobe with plenty of hangers. Bathroom was very spacious and spotless. We had dinner in the restaurant at night and it was amazing 👏 fresh tasty and plenty of it. Great atmosphere in the dining room/bar. We had a great night. Breakfast the next morning was 10* absolutely delicious and wonderful choice. I believe the pancakes wre amazing. I would highly recommend The Harbour Inn and I can't wait for my next stay there

10

SEAMUS

Dec 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

First class, stayed here a few times, spotless hotel, friendly staff and excellent food.

10

Lynn

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was the third time we have stayed here and as usual the staff were amazing, friendly and professional. Breakfast was great. Lots of choice and all good qualify. We also ate in the restaurant where there was a great selection of dishes and staff were very friendly and helpful. We will be back soon.

10

Laurence

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very nice clean place. Great location. Restaurant very good. Staff great. All good.

10

Tammi

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Our second stay at Harbour Inn was better than our first! From Lynn's welcome at check-in/lovely breakfast service to a quiet and relaxing stay with great drinks at the bar and that outstanding seafood chowder, service is exceptional from the nicest people you could ever meet. The charm and professionalism make every stay a restorative holiday and show owner Kathleen's attention to the details of a lovely stay for every guest. We hated to depart!

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